Description

5-Phenyl-2-Methyl-4-Thiazole-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its thiazole core is a privileged scaffold. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and novel fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemists in universities and corporate R&D departments exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Phenyl-2-Methyl-4-Thiazole-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	13743-09-4
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	219.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thiazolecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-5-phenyl-; 2-Methyl-5-phenyl-4-thiazolecarboxylic acid; 5-Phenyl-2-methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Methyl-5-phenylthiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-2-methyl-5-phenylthiazole; 5-Phenyl-2-methyl-4-carboxythiazole; 13743-09-4
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Quality Control

Our 5-Phenyl-2-Methyl-4-Thiazole-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.